Best Cheddar's Copycat Broccoli Cheese Casserole
This Cheddar's Copycat Broccoli Cheese Casserole is creamy, cheesy, and packed with wholesome broccoli—what's not to love?
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups broccoli florets blanched
- ½ onion finely diced
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 1 cream of mushroom soup 10.5 oz can
- 1 condensed cheddar cheese soup 10.5 oz can
- 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese divided
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 cup milk
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers crushed
- ¼ cup butter melted
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp Oregano
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched broccoli, diced onion, cooked rice, cream of mushroom soup, cheddar cheese soup, 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and milk. Stir until the mixture is well combined and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the Casserole: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
- Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter, stirring until the crumbs are evenly coated. Sprinkle this mixture over the top of the casserole.
- Bake and Serve: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
- Serve: Serve hot as a comforting side dish or a hearty main course. Enjoy!